Boosting Business Networking in North Dorset

At We are Chain, we’ve always believed that strong local communities are the backbone of thriving businesses. That’s why we’re proud to be active members of the Shaftesbury Chamber of Commerce and champions of the wider North Dorset business network. This week marks an exciting milestone with the first of our Shaftesbury Chamber Socials kicking off on Wednesday at 5:30pm at The Mitre Inn, Shaftesbury.

This casual gathering is all about bringing local business owners together in a relaxed environment. Whether you want to chat strategy, share challenges, or simply enjoy a pint with like-minded folks, it’s a brilliant chance to connect and collaborate. No agenda, just conversation, connection, and community.

But that’s not all.

We’re also gearing up for a larger event, the “Chambers of the North” networking session on 10th July at the Hinton Workspace, a space that’s particularly close to our hearts (and where we’re quite hands-on behind the scenes). This event is about uniting businesses across Shaftesbury, Gillingham, Blandford, and beyond for a morning of networking, idea-sharing, and a healthy dose of local business love.

You can even catch me talking about both events on This is Alfred, our brilliant local radio station, where I chat about how initiatives like these can help spark fresh ideas and fuel the local economy—something we’re deeply passionate about here at Chain.

Want to get involved?

Join us and other North Dorset businesses at this link to register.

Whether you’re new to the area or a long-time local, these events are your chance to get more from your Chamber membership—and see just how valuable local collaboration can be.

We hope to see you there!

You can listen to the latest version of the radio show featuring Jim here...